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Welcome to Episode 32 of our podcast, where we're diving into the crucial topic of preparing for doctor's appointments. Our guest, Betsy Wurzel, a seasoned caregiver coach and dementia care specialist, shares valuable insights on optimizing healthcare interactions. In this episode, Betsy emphasizes effective communication, note-
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In Episode 29 of this enlightening series, we delve into a topic that is often shrouded in mystery and discomfort—death and dying. Our guest, Alycia Martel, a certified death doula and end-of-life specialist, takes us on a journey to demystify this inevitable phase of life. In this
Professional Services
Working as a nursing assistant in a nursing home can be a challenging and low-paying job with poor working conditions. In this article, we explore the horror stories and realities of the nursing assistant profession, including low wages, lack of benefits, and high turnover rates.
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An advance directive is a legal document that allows you to make your medical and healthcare wishes known to your loved ones and medical personnel in the event you become unable to make decisions for yourself.
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Welcome to Episode 25 of "Caregiver Relief," where we dive into the crucial topic of eldercare communications. In this episode, we'll be discussing an area that many caregivers find challenging – addressing the future living arrangements of your loved ones. I'm your host, Diane Carbo.
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As dementia progresses, it can become more difficult for your loved one to use the telephone. Learn how to monitor phone usage, block unwanted calls, and establish boundaries to reduce confusion and protect your loved one from scams and fraud.
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In this episode of Caregiver Relief, Diane Carbo interviews Kim Doviak Van Hassel, a caregiver coach and podcast contributor, about her experience caring for her elderly parents. Tune in to hear about the importance of good communication in caregiving and the lessons learned from Kim's journey.
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Welcome to Episode 22 of our podcast series, where we delve into the intricacies of bereavement, grief, mourning, and how to cope with loss. I'm Diane Carbo from Caregiver Relief, and joining me today is our end-of-life specialist and podcast contributor, Pat Deegan. In this episode,
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Learn the good m the bad and the ugly of Medicare and Medicaid will and will not cover and how it may negatively impact your pocket book. Diane Carbo: Hi, this is Diane Carbo with caregiver relief and I have with me today, Tracy Lawrence. She is a caregiver coach,
Aging In Place
Discover what promotes healthy aging in seniors with The 90+ Study. Led by Co-Principal Investigators Claudia Kawas, MD and Maria Corrada, ScD, this study examines lifestyle practices, dementia development, and more in elderly participants.
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Welcome to a conversation about an important topic that touches the lives of countless individuals: caregiver stress syndrome. In this discussion, we're joined by Tracy Lawrence and Diane Carbo, both experienced caregivers and advocates for self-care. Tracy runs the website grandfamilyplanning.com, and Diane is from Caregiver
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Religion, culture, ethnicity, social circumstances, geography and even gender plays a role in end of life planning. Communicating your beliefs to health care providers and family members helps assure that your wishes are respected. View All Episodes Diane Carbo: Hi, this is Diane carbo with caregiver relief. And today I